"A Late Quartet" is absolutely NOTHING like that.
This is about the days leading up to the 25th anniversary of a well known string quartet in New York City. The world renown Fugue Quartet is about to change as the group's beloved cellist (Christopher Walken) is diagnosed with Parkinson's and this knowledge causes suppressed emotions, egos, and passions pour out. It is about the bonds of a tight group with 25 years of history and the power of music. The piece of music that frames the story is Beethoven's Opus 131 String Quartet in C Minor (I looked it up).
While this movie will not be seen by most who will stand in line to see Reacher or "This is 40", etc., It may be as good as any with the possible exception of "Lincoln". It is great acting with Phillip Seymour Hoffman, Christopher Walken, Catherine Keener, Mark Ivanir and Imogen Poots.
It is a treat for music lovers and movie lovers.
It is ****star. 2012 Movie #44
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